Birthday Gifts for Cute Girls

As it is my 21st birthday next month, I thought I'd share a few gift ideas for girls with a similar affection for all that is cute and maybe drop a few hints along the way -cheeky-

I think there is something here to suit most girls, however they are definitely tailored towards what I would love to be receiving on my birthday. I'l be happy with whatever really, its the thought that counts as they say and really, it's not the important thing. Having a great birthday should depend on what you do with it and who you do it with, not on what you get! Obviously though, I would be like a cat that got the cream with this wish list, though its not going to happen as it is ridic. expensive if you were to add it up... hah! 

Never the less, I do think all girls should get a bit of Tiffany from the parents on their 21st...it's only right mumma! 

Heres my -seriously wishing- wish list for this year! 

Perfume

Okay, pretty much all girls love receiving a bottle or two of perfume on special occasions. It's not really something we are going to go and splurge on for ourselves. Honestly, a girl can never have enough perfume, we try to make them last as long as possible but it needs re-stocking at least on birthdays! (and Christmas...) 
Well this is the case for myself at least, I go through it like its going out of fashion and it's becoming a slight problem. Currently I have Miss Dior and Hugo Boss Orange on rotation...they are both becoming dangerously low. These are my last two bottles of perfume, and they only came at Christmas...clearly this is going to be a problem!

Prada Candy L'Eau - Prada

Ah, it's heart note is Sweet Pea and one of it's base notes is caramel. Need I say more? 
This is lighter, fresher, floral reinterpretation of Prada Candy, (which I absolutely love and is of course all gone), which I have been lusting after since its release. It smells like 'pretty' if pretty had a smell, it is just lovely and so perfect for the spring weather. Plus, that bottle? Adorable yet simple. I need this on my shelf.

Love, Chloé - Chloé

Chloe fragrances are wonderful, they are just the epitome of the modern woman. Clean, fresh and delicate yet definitely noticeable. This has to be my favourite of their scents. The original Chloé is a classic in my book, but for something a little more delicate I recommend Love, Chloé. Also, another dressing table worthy bottle, elegant and understated, much like myself -hilarious but true, wink-

Jasmine Noir - Bvlgari

My mumma bought be a Bvlgari perfume years ago now, and I hadn't opened until months after receiving it, then wondered why I'd left it so long! absolutely gorgeous. I believe it was BLV II. Regardless, I really enjoy Bvlgari scents and this one is no exception. Perfect for date night, fairly light but warm and woody, not to heady or overpowing at all. It's beautiful. 

Coco Mademoiselle - Chanel

Uhhhhh this perfume! a pure favourite of mine, however I have never owned a bottle! I always have to test it in a department store though, just to make sure it's still as lovely as ever! ha. I always remember my mumma having Chanel N˚5 on her dresser and I would always go sniff the bottle, however as much as I like Chanels classic scents, they have always felt far to mature for myself. For instance N˚5 smelt nice on, it worked well with my skin, however it just didn't feel right. Like when you go into an uber fancy restaurant and you feel about 12 again and you should actually be in Mcdonalds? Yeah.  Coco Mademoiselle however, suits me perfectly. Well, I think it does! Either way, it's a perfect scent for a girl turning 21! sort of, leading the way into adulthood, because honestly I don't think I'm quite there yet!

Cosmetics

Ah makeup, a great gift for us girls. Providing we're the type who uses it and you choose the appropriate gift, otherwise you could have some uncomfortable -do you know me at all?- silences. Clearly, I am not one of those girls who is going to be perplexed at the site of makeup in my gift bag! 

If you want to choose a cosmetic product as a gift, it's a pretty safe bet that palettes and lip products are the best choice. I mean, unless they really, really beg and make it known that they are desperate for it for their birthday, buying ya girl foundation just isn't going to go down to cute...

Lips

Dior Creme De Rose Smoothing, Plumping Lip Balm

Okay, I'm just gonna jump right in and say it, this is a lip balm...for 20 quid. Yes I know, ridiculous but that's exactly why, if your girl, ahem -hint-, is a lip kinda girl; she would totally appreciate this as a gift! I mean, even I'm not going to spend £20 on a lip balm, I've come close but luckily every time I've entertained the thought, it's conveniently out of stock. Honestly though, it just looks like it would be so lovely for your mouth! Soft and plumped with the scent of rose? yes. In a luxe, adorable white pot? yes. A little Dior in your handbag? yes. Really I'm not seeing the issue here....

Rouge Volupté Lipstick in Lingerie Pink - Yves Saint Laurent

Now, these have been raved about endlessly and for good reason. Every Girl needs a little luxury in their lives and this lipstick can provide just that. They are absolutely beautiful to look at but also, the quality is fantastic. Creamy, rich and fantastic colour payoff, they are definitely the perfect choice for a lipstick lover. Obviously, I chose Lingerie Pink as that is the shade I keep coming back to... -wink-

MAC Glaze Lipstick in Hue - MAC Cosmetics

MAC is a pretty standard brand to go with now, their lipsticks do live up to the hype and they do make a girls makeup collection feel a little more...adult, i suppose that is the word? It's not really sophisticated on the level of having a Tom Ford or a Chanel in there, but it is a step up from Barry M! I am not a make up snob i swear! It's just, buying them a a gift, make them feel special :) For example, for christmas I bought my 14 year old sister the MAC Stroke of Midnight Cheek and Lip Bag in Pink. She Loved it! Told me it made her make up storage look 'so superior'! bless her. I've chosen Hue as it's one I've been meaning to purchase for a while now, it's marketed as a soft pale pink but comes off more as a pinky nude, more universally flattering than what it appears. Failing that, créme cup is a great starting shade for anyone. As an afterthought to this post, Nars is also a great brand to go with when it comes to lips with a similar pricing band to MAC. Both provide colour payoff and that little 'luxe' feeling alike.

Lancôme Gloss in Love Volumiser - Lancôme

This is the prettiest little lip gloss I've seen in a while, it's whole appeal is literally just that, it's part of their 'French Ballerine'  collection...the name alone. Enough said really. 

Palettes

I love a good palette. Apart form the fact they're practical and great for travelling, they just look so nice in your make up collection! Also, most brands these days use the tactic of including limited edition shades in them, justifying the price tag eh? -cute-

I've owned a fair few palettes in my time and I have to say, Nars is one of my all time favourite brands for them, however there are some great choices out there. I've chosen two which I do not currently own -wish- but have been lusting over since the release. They've been pretty much hyped all over the place so it's unlikely you haven't heard of them. 

At First Sight Eye & Cheek Palette - NARS Cosmetics

uhhhhhhhhhh -le sigh. So pretty, so useful. Nars has been one of my favourite brands for a good few years now, I think what initially drew me in was the packaging, clean, simple and black.  However, the quality of their products and the beautiful colours? worth every penny, though I must say I haven't used any of their skin care products as they haven't appealed to me.  I love it when they release a palette which is both face and eye, it's like a full on face in one little compact. This one in particular I know would be a firm favourite, containing two face products, Deep Throat blush, a personal favourite of mine and Laguna bronzer, something which i've yet to use but has been talked about since forever; a cult favourite. It also contains four eyeshadows in complimentary shades, All about Eve, Nouveau Monde, Bellissima and Cordura (II)

it is simply gorgeous and the shades are all so wearable, I know I would definitely get a lot of use from this palette. Aside from the great shades, as I've mentioned before, the quality of NARS's products is fantastic, I have had a few palettes and gift sets from them which have all been used endlessly. I think my favourite though has been the NARS Adult Content Blush Palette. I use this pretty much every single day, Miss Liberty was included as the highlighting blush in it and it's safe to say thats it's been wiped out! Absolutely gorgeous set, I've been tempted to buy the Foreplay edition but I can't say that one has appealed to me that much. The only problem I have with palettes like this is I don't want to use them too often, especially if they are limited edition, but I do anyways -no fear-

Naked 3 - Urban Decay

This palette. Serious hype. As with the previous two sets, Naked (1) & 2, this one has been just as coveted by the beauty world. I use my Naked 2 palette every day I wear make up, without fail. It is fantastic, for me anyways. I prefer eye shadow shades in this colour range, basically shades of beige and grey. However, these sets are so much more than that, with a full colour range of natural, wearable yet beautiful shades in several finishes; you can create basically any look bar pop art. They are fantastic to have in your arsenal. As with most brands these days, they do always include those limited edition shades, so I always feel compelled to invest! I plan on purchasing Naked (1) at some point in the near future, as I do really want it, but I'd rather receive Naked 3 first! Rose gold colour range? too pretty. Basically, I just need the whole set and if your girl is a makeup junkie to, so does she! 

Bath Goodies

I love toiletries and bath goodies more than most. Soap & Glory is always a safe bet, they are adorably packaged, smell amazing and make you feel super cute and fit. Also they are seriously affordable, they always have several different sets available and are always featured in Boots' 3 for 2 offer. 
Lush is another fail safe option, amazing bath treats, pretty as a picture packaging and pre-made sets to choose from...can't go wrong really.

Clothes, Shoes & Accessories

So, this little lot. Well I must say I'm not expecting to receive any of these, I mean they are fairly expensive...but it's nice dreaming of expensive birthday gifts! I think this is more of a personal -buy for myself eventually- list, but if you are going to splurge, I think there are a few things here to suit all different types of us girls. Okay, maybe those more like myself! I can't help it! 

Fluffy Crop Jumper - Topshop

Okay, so this isn't that expensive at all, I think it might actually be in the sale now? Anywho, these jumpers are really sweet, especially in the pastel, spring-y type colours. I've been meaning to buy one for a while now but just haven't bothered. I suppose that means I don't want it that much! but it's a nice little gift for a jumper lover like me, with the unpredictable weather here in Britain, you can't really go wrong with a little fashion number like this. However, I do always question the quality of Topshop's range. I mean, sometimes you'l be paying around the 40 quid mark for something that looks -and feels- like you could get it in primark...usually you can. I tend to buy my clothes elsewhere but sometimes, you can't beat a bit of Topshop. 

Classic short boot in Chesnut - Ugg Australia

Mhm, Uggs. I've been meaning to invest in a pair for quite some time now, 2 years maybe? Yeah, Ugg is quit a fitting name for these boots, they ain't the best looking if we're reaaaaaally honest with ourselves. But they are so soft, and warm especially in the winter and they do look kinda cute with some jeans. I love and hate them equally, although what I hate more is the fake Ugg, you know, the imitation ones in stores like River Island, New look etc. Those leaning ones. Yeah, those. Don't buy those. Save and invest if you really want them, or you know boys, treat her! I really do want a pair, especially since we bought my mumma a pair for christmas, v. unfair! 

Typo Orb Embossed Purse 2800 Black - Vivienne Westwood

Ahhh Viv. Me and Viv have been having a love fair since the beginning of time. I just love her products, beautifully crafted and elegant with that touch of an edge. Pure love. I recently bought the Chancery heart bag in black, yet I still have not invested in any sort of purse, I have been usig the inside pockets of whatever bag I'm using for two years now. I'm over it, I want need a purse. And this is my chosen piece. I've used an image of the Saffiano purse in the set above, they're both gorgeous to me. But I may have just noticed the Typo Orb Embossed on Viv's website. That lilac interior? Yeah, I'm sold, done, I'm in love -winking uncontrollably- 

But, reigning it in from myself here, purses are great as gifts, especially for those who aren't going to purchase one for themselves, every woman should have a fancy purse, it just feels right. There are several safe go to brands out there if you're going designer, think DKNY, Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs etc. However, a -fancy- purse doesn't have to be designer, just beautiful! 

Paisly print scarf - River Island

This scarf is so pretty, I don't know what it is about River Island but they always seem to have a great selection of scarves!?  This one is perfect for spring, it could brighten up pretty much any outfit. I love it. It's a cute little gift that any girl who regulars shops like RI, Topshop etc. will love. I can see it looking cute with that purse right now... mhm.

Manhattan Sunglasses in Tortioseshell with Green Lens - Oliver Goldsmith

Okay, I'm prefacing this with -I definitely do not expect any one to gift me with these!- 

This is seriously one of those 'I really want these and I should save and purchase them for myself' items. Which I'm probably going to do, I mean if I received these and these alone, I'd be seriously loving life. They are the sunglasses I've wanted since I was about 16! They are a complete classic and absolutely beautiful. I love them, I have had dreams about these sunglasses...-le sigh-

I honestly believe they could make any outfit, no matter how awful, work.

they will be mine, probably as my birthday gift to me for making it to 21...if I can justify it... or do that thing where I just ignore the price and pretend it doesn't matter! 

You may recognise them as being the sunglasses Audrey Hepburn wears as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's. Made that mistake at 16 didn't I, becoming obsessed with that film and in turn those sunglasses...5 years people. F-I-V-E

If your girl loves accessories, especially sunglasses I guess, these are a timeless classic, they beat out any other designer sunglasses in my opinion. As long as you don't wear them actively trying to imitate that Hepburn look, they won't come off as tacky. I mean, there's only one Audrey Hepburn, besides we should really be trying to follow her wonderful values etc. But the sunglasses, they are just too much. It's pretty obvious I am on that materialistic side of the border, I've accepted this! -no shame, in love, there will be no regrets-

Cute Stuff

It would not be my birthday without something cute or Disney involved! Mainly Disney.It wouldn't even be like a birthday! Plushies and films are the way to go.  I also have a thing for candles, usually those ones from Yankee Candle. They are really inexpensive as far as popular candle brands go and they come in the most amazing scents. Also, mason jar style? too cute for words. Currently I'm hoping to get my hands on garden sweet pea and midsummers night, they smell perfect. Lastly, if your girl is into photography, a Diana camera is a perfect addition to her collection. Apart from the fact that they come in some beautiful styles, this completely ostentatious gold version being my favourite, they produce the dreamiest, summer-esqe, beautiful photos and are really great to get creative with. I currently own a Diana lens as an addition to my D-SLR, so a film option would be lovely to play around with. 



So there you have it, a dreamy, mostly ridiculous Birthday Wishlist! Believe me, there are so many more things I've been mentally adding to this in my head - shout out to my new obsession, Nike Free Runs -  its not going to happen! But hey, I've acknowledged my problem at least! 

Is there anything -completely materialistic- you're dreaming for?